Month: November 2023

Back, Home, Lower Back Pain, Lumbar, Research Summaries

McGill big 3 stabilization exercises: summary of research evidence

The Problem’s Overview The concept of spine stability, as well as low back stabilisation exercises, has become a prominent emphasis in both rehabilitation and preventive care. The term “stabilisation exercise” is a catch-all term for any exercise that tests the stability of the spine while teaching muscle activity patterns and spine posture to achieve “sufficient stability” (McGill S. 2002). Sufficient stability is defined as ensuring … Continue reading McGill big 3 stabilization exercises: summary of research evidence

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Arms, Clinical Tests, Shoulder

Anterior Release or Surprise Test

Purpose of Anterior release or surprise test (anterior glenohumeral instability): To detect an occult anterior instability of the shoulder joint (1). Patient position: Supine lying with the affected shoulder over the edge of the examination table. Examiner position: Stand facing the patient’s affected side. Procedure: Abduct the patient’s arm up to 90 degrees while placing a posteriorly directed force on the patient’s humeral head using … Continue reading Anterior Release or Surprise Test

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What role do social and process-related aspects play in senior neck pain treatment satisfaction?

In 2014, Maiers, et. al., conducted study about Chronic neck pain which is a common issue among seniors, and finding effective treatments that are both satisfactory and valuable to older individuals is a significant concern. In a mixed-methods study conducted within the framework of a randomized clinical trial, the perceptions of spinal manipulative therapy and exercise were examined among adults aged 65 years and older … Continue reading What role do social and process-related aspects play in senior neck pain treatment satisfaction?

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Is a novel sham neural mobilization technique a suitable blinding intervention for low back pain patients?

Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most prevalent and costly musculoskeletal disorders, affecting up to 80% of adults at some point in their lives. Neural mobilization (NM) is a therapeutic technique used in the treatment of LBP, which aims to improve neural tissue mobility and reduce pain. However, there is no validated sham NM intervention for lower quadrant conditions, which limits the ability … Continue reading Is a novel sham neural mobilization technique a suitable blinding intervention for low back pain patients?

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Can yoga improve psychological well-being in older adults?

In 2014, a randomized controlled trial conducted by Kimberlee Bethany Bonura and Gershon Tenenbaum aimed to investigate the influence of a yoga intervention on the psychological health of older adults. This study was carried out at two North Florida facilities catering to the older population, with a focus on participants aged 65 to 92. The research involved 98 older adults who were randomly assigned to … Continue reading Can yoga improve psychological well-being in older adults?

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